State of the art military equipment, prestigious distinctions and awards, official delegations and guests of honour from all over the world, representatives of the European Defence Agency – these four days in Targi Kielce, from 3rd to 6th September, will be solely dedicated to the defence sector. 400 exhibitors from 32 countries have confirmed their presence at this year’s event.

Since 2005 the MSPO exhibition has been accompanied by National Exhibitions which are the showcase for the defence industry of particular countries. Until now Germany, France, Israel, the USA, Sweden, the V4 Group Countries and Great Britain have presented their military potentials. This year’s National Exhibition features Italy. The exhibition of the Italian Ministry of Defence and Italian industry will be staged on 500 square metres of the indoor exhibition space in addition to 500 square metres outdoor. The Italian Ministry of Defence also prepares a conference which will bring together the representatives of Defence Ministries from Poland, Germany, France, UK and other countries. The MSPO’s presentation is one the elements of military and technical cooperation between Poland and Italy; this is the result of the Polish – Italian defence alliance signed in March 2012 by Tomasz Siemoniak on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Poland and Giampaolo di Paola Memorandum on behalf of Italy.

The Exhibition of the Polish Armed Forces complemented with dynamic presentations have become an indispensable element of the MSPO Exhibition. This year’s edition is prepared by the Inspectorate of Support for the Armed Forces in conjunction with the Land Forces and Military Police.

The International Defence Industry Exhibition is the forum which brings together potential clients and suppliers; this is also the showcase for the latest military technologies, armaments and products for the army. This is the place where clients can present their needs and expectations; this is the platform for talks and discussions. Business insiders from all over the world establish new business contacts and maintain their long-lasting relations. This trade fair is much more than the exhibition; the event encompasses seminars and conferences. The institutions which support the trade fair as well as the exhibitors have a chance to hold their presentations, symposiums and conferences.

For a number of years the MSPO Exhibition has been organised under the auspices of the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Treasury, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education as well as the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland. Following the previous years’ example the 2012 MSPO edition will also encompass the meeting of the deputy ministers representing the Ministries of National Defence, Economy, Treasury with Polish defence industry sector representatives. The best products put on display at the MSPO will be granted with the annual Award of the RP President as well as with the Defender Awards and Special Commendations of particular Ministries.

The Defence Exhibition is of special significance for the Polish business industry. The trade fair visitors are the business sector professionals who represent Polish Army, the Police, the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Interior, Polish Government accompanied by foreign delegations. Official delegations representing 71 countries have been invited to partake in this year’s MSPO. The MSPO has been granted with the honorary patronage of the President of the Republic of Poland Bronislaw Komorowski.

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MSPO 2012 Official web site

Visit the oficial site about MSPO 2012 to have more information ( Visitors, Exhibitors, Program etc ...)

Lecture on NATO’s codification systems “New worldwide trends in the development of codification" leading by Mr G.Bond- Chairman of ??/135- Hall G, Room G1 BUMAR Zolonierz S.A. conference “ Fire safety of military vehicles” – TK Conference Centre, Room C1 Conference of Miranda Company, “Modern Safety Systems of the Battlefield” - Hall G, room G1 Conference of NSZZ Solidarnosc of Polish Army Employees’ on subject: "The organization and structure of the Polish munitions industry and its research & development centre as essential component of the national defence system".

DAY 4, Thursday 6 September 2012

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10:00 - 15:00 12:00 - 13:00

Exhibition opening hours Award ceremony – presentation of the Award of The President of Poland, Defenders Awards and special awards – outdoor area nearby Hall E